GACC Midwest - German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest, Inc. · 1 month ago
Project Manager Membership & Events
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe German American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (GACC) is seeking a bilingual Project Manager to support their Membership, Events & Communications team in New York City. The role focuses on member acquisition, retention, and engagement, along with planning and executing various business events.
International Trade & Development
Responsibilities
Drive member acquisition and manage the onboarding process for new companies
Strengthen member retention through proactive relationship management and regular outreach
Serve as the primary point of contact for members, ensuring high satisfaction and ongoing engagement
Develop and implement strategies to enhance member value, visibility, and participation within the network
Maintain accurate CRM data and prepare regular reports on membership metrics, insights, and trends
Collaborate with the Events & Communications team to plan and execute business conferences, networking receptions, and gala dinners
Manage event logistics, outreach, and attendee engagement to ensure high-quality execution and an exceptional member experience
Represent GACC at internal and external events, fostering relationships with members, sponsors, and partners
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, International Relations, or a related field
At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in membership management, business development, client relations, or event management
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both German and English
Proven track record of growing and retaining a member or client base
Strong relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills
Demonstrated experience managing events from concept to execution
Collaborative mindset and ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team in a dynamic, international environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
Willingness to work occasional evenings for events and travel within the Northeastern region
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
401K
19 days paid vacation
Company
GACC Midwest - German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest, Inc.
The German American Chamber of Commerce® of the Midwest (GACC Midwest), headquartered in Chicago with a branch office in Detroit, was founded in 1963.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Mark Tomkins
President & CEO
Matthew Wallace
Chief Financial Officer
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